John E. Mitchell

Expert guidance through a complex business bankruptcy

Our small manufacturing company in Fort Worth faced an impossible financial situation, and we needed an attorney who understood both the legal intricacies and the human impact. John Mitchell at Katten was recommended to us. His background, particularly his recognition in Bankruptcy and Creditor Debtor Rights, was immediately evident. He didn't just see our case as a Chapter 11 filing; he understood the specific pressures of Texas-based businesses and crafted a reorganization strategy that balanced creditor negotiations with our need to maintain operations. His nearly a decade of focused experience in insolvency and reorganization litigation meant he anticipated challenges from major creditors and was prepared. The process was incredibly stressful, but John's calm, methodical approach and his ability to explain complex terms from the Texas Tech University School of Law made us feel secure. We successfully confirmed our plan. If there's one area for note, initial response times to non-urgent emails could occasionally be a day or two, which is understandable given his caseload. Overall, John E. Mitchell provided exceptional, strategic counsel that was crucial to saving our business. We are deeply grateful for his expertise and highly recommend him for any complex bankruptcy matter.